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Frigid

UK //ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd// US //ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd// Pronunciation

Definition

Extremely cold in temperature.

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In simple words: Very cold or chilly.

Examples

• The frigid temperatures made it hard to go outside.
• She shivered in the frigid air of the winter morning.
• The frigid water of the lake was uninviting for swimming.
• His frigid response to the news surprised everyone.
• They were unprepared for the frigid conditions of the expedition.

Usage notes

Used to describe extreme coldness, both physically and metaphorically. Avoid using it in casual conversations about slightly cool weather.

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Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'frigid' as 'frigging cold' to remember it means very cold.

Collocations

• frigid air
• frigid climate
• frigid temperature

Synonyms

• cold
• chilly
• icy
• glacial
• arctic

Antonyms

• hot
• warm
• tropical

Common mistakes

• Using 'frigid' for mild temperatures.
• Confusing 'frigid' with 'frozen'.
• Mispronouncing the word.